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Damp, Mould & Leak Specialists in Ickenham

Non-destructive damp surveys, hidden leak detection and mould investigation across Ickenham and the surrounding area, with clear, insurance-ready reports.

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★★★★★ 4.9 from 17 Google reviews · trusted by Ickenham homeowners, landlords & property managers
Quick answer: If you have damp, mould or a suspected water leak at a property in Ickenham, our specialists carry out a non-destructive survey to find the root cause, then give you a written report and a clear plan to fix it. A full damp and mould survey is a fixed £500. Call 020 3051 8478.
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Damp, mould & leak services in Ickenham

Ickenham's housing stock is dominated by 1930s Metro-land semis and detached homes around Swakeleys and Long Lane, many with mock-Tudor timber detailing, alongside older cottages near St Giles' Church and postwar infill towards Ruislip. Solid and cavity brickwork, flat-roofed rear extensions, and the village's low-lying position near the River Pinn and Ickenham Marsh combine to make rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation recurring problems.

Leak Detection

Trace hidden water leaks without damage using thermal, acoustic and tracer-gas methods. Leak detection →

Damp Investigation

Identify rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation, and tell them apart properly. Damp investigation →

Mould Inspection

Find the moisture source feeding the mould, not just treat the surface. Mould inspection →

Structural Drying

Dry out walls, floors and voids after a leak or flood, monitored to completion. Structural drying →

Areas of Ickenham we cover

We survey properties right across Ickenham and its neighbourhoods, including:

Common damp problems in Ickenham homes

Rising damp in Ickenham's 1930s semis

Many of Ickenham's interwar semis around Swakeleys and Long Lane were built with solid brick walls or early cavity construction and bitumen damp-proof courses that have since degraded. Combined with raised external ground levels and pointing repairs done in inappropriate cement render, moisture is drawn up through the brickwork, leaving tell-tale tide marks, crumbling plaster and musty smells on ground-floor walls.

Groundwater and flooding near the Pinn and Ickenham Marsh

Ickenham's low-lying position close to the River Pinn and Ickenham Marsh means several properties sit on ground with a naturally high water table, particularly near Swakeleys Park and Vine Lane. After heavy rain, gardens and driveways can stay waterlogged for days, pushing moisture against foundations and into solid-floored older cottages, leading to persistent damp patches and mould at skirting level.

Flat roof and loft conversion leaks

Rear kitchen extensions and loft conversions are common additions across Ickenham's semis and bungalows on roads such as Austins Lane and Warren Road. Ageing felt or GRP flat roofs, poorly flashed roof lights and insufficient insulation around converted lofts frequently allow water ingress or trap warm moist air, producing black mould on ceilings and in loft eaves that often goes unnoticed until staining appears.

What our customers say

★★★★★

I have been dealing with damp and mould for years but these guys were able to come in and resolve the problem quickly and professionally. Their prices were fair and reasonable and they got the job done clean. 10/10 would use again and would recommend.

Thersa Waron Eurmind, via Google

★★★★★

Very helpful and professional, easy to communicate with about my mould issues and I received fast responses from the company on the best solutions for me. would recommend to all friends and family. 5/5

Jensen B, via Google

★★★★★

I recently used a damp and mould specialist company and was extremely impressed with the service from start to finish. From the initial survey, they were knowledgeable, thorough, and took the time to clearly explain the cause of the issue rather than just treating the symptoms.

Tarik Barak, via Google

Tip: If a damp patch keeps coming back after redecorating, it is almost always a symptom, not the problem. A survey that finds the source first saves paying for the same repair twice.

Book a survey in Ickenham

Call 020 3051 8478 or request a survey online. We work with homeowners, landlords and property managers across Ickenham. Works are on a 50% upfront, 50% on completion basis.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a damp survey in Ickenham cost?
A damp and mould survey is a fixed £500, including the non-destructive investigation and an insurance-ready written report. Leak detection, if needed, is £800 to £1500 depending on scale.
Do you cover the whole of Ickenham?
Yes. We survey properties across Ickenham and the surrounding neighbourhoods and postcodes.
Can you tell the difference between condensation, rising and penetrating damp?
Yes, and it matters because the fix differs for each. Our survey identifies which type you have using moisture readings and thermal imaging.
Do you provide reports for insurance claims?
Yes. Every survey comes with a clear written report including the cause, photographic evidence and recommendations, formatted for insurers and managing agents.